Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole Comfort
A creamy, cheesy casserole with browned beef, tender rice, and savory mushroom soup, baked to golden perfection. Simple and comforting for any weeknight.
Ingredients
For the Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 can 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
For Topping:
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high. Cook ground beef and diced onion, breaking the meat apart, until beef is browned and onions are translucent (7–8 minutes). Season with salt and pepper. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine beef mixture, cooked rice, cream of mushroom soup, 1½ cups cheddar cheese, milk, garlic powder, and paprika. Stir until well mixed.
- Pour mixture into the baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles. For a golden top, broil 2–3 minutes, watching closely.
- Let rest 5 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.